Correctional Programs Specialist (Senior Correctional Programs Specialist)

Duties

• Responsible for tracking, delegating, investigating and responding to tasks/inquiries from congressional representatives, government officials, bureau staff and the general public. Functions as a regional expert in offender issues, VWP, CIM, IFRP, RPP and a variety of other inmate programs. Acts as a trouble shooter to resolve some of the most difficult issues faced by the Bureau. Serves as a resource for field staff regarding unit/case management procedures and policies. Develops, implements, conducts and documents staff assist visits for facilities within the Region. Participates in Institution Character Profiles (ICP), as well as other work related travel. Investigates grievances submitted as administrative remedy appeals, regarding unit/case management policies and procedures. Provides training for BOP and non-BOP personnel on BOP policies and procedures such as Security Designation and Custody Classification. Has oversight responsibility in the determination of appropriate CIM assignments and procedures for the Regional Office and serves as a CIM resource for BOP staff. Provides support in developing and conducting training sessions for Correctional Programs personnel including unit secretaries, case managers, interns, unit managers and case management specialists. Reviews and studies current program modalities and techniques, presents their advantages and disadvantages, and provides specific program recommendations. Accumulates data for statistical analysis of programs as required and assists in its evaluation and its impact toward the Correctional Programs policies and procedures. Contributes to the development of national program statements, as assigned, relating to Correctional Programs and assists in reviews and updates of Program Review guidelines.